Redline - November 14, 2011

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Independent British distributors Manga Home Entertainment have officially announced that they will release Japanese director Takeshi Koike's (The Animatrix) Redline (2009). The film will be available on Blu-ray and Blu-ray/DVD Combi Pack. Street date is November 14th. Click here to pre-order.

No special features have been detailed at the moment, but the Combi Pack will arrives with a 20-page illustrated booklet.

Following his dream to become one of the hottest racers in the universe, daredevil driver "Sweet" JP has attracted a loyal band of followers thanks to his cool retro-fashion style, his hyper-customized vehicle and his habit of frequently ending his races with a spectacular crash. What very few people know about JP is he is deep in the pocket of the mob and is often paid to lose races. Following his latest escapade, during which his engine explodes and his car is virtually written off, JP is ready to throw in the towel on auto racing. That is until he discovers has inadvertently qualified for the prestigious no-rules, anything is allowed Redline race after two other drivers have pulled out – and for very good reason. The race is scheduled to take place on the military planet of Roboworld and its government has threatened to kill all the participants. Despite the danger, JP decides to go ahead and take his shot risking everything in his pursuit of the ultimate auto racing title.